30 Martin Road
312
GLEN IRIS
$1,500,000
Melbourne
Glen Iris vs Hawthorn East
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Glen Iris and Hawthorn East comparison summary
A concise comparison of the latest property figures and the most relevant differences between the two suburbs.
The latest comparison places Glen Iris's median house price at $2,416,000, compared with $2,485,000 in Hawthorn East. Glen Iris's median unit price sits at $679,600, compared with $600,000 in Hawthorn East. Glen Iris recorded an annual house-price decline of 14.3%, while Hawthorn East's figure declined by 9.3% over the matching period. Glen Iris recorded a shorter median selling period of 26 days, compared with 29 days in Hawthorn East. Median house prices sit relatively close on the latest snapshot, with Hawthorn East marginally above Glen Iris on the headline house median. Both suburbs recorded house-price movement in the same direction over the matching annual period.
Side-by-side market snapshot
Compare the latest headline property figures for Glen Iris and Hawthorn East.
| Metric | Glen Iris | Hawthorn East |
|---|---|---|
| Median house price | $2.43M | $2.48M |
| Median unit price | $680,000 | $640,000 |
| Annual house price change | -6.99% | -6.23% |
| Median days on market | 26 days | 27 days |
Median sale price comparison
Compare historical median sale prices for houses and apartments in Glen Iris and Hawthorn East.
- Glen Iris
- Hawthorn East
Lifestyle comparison
Compare local shopping, dining, open space and everyday amenities across Glen Iris and Hawthorn East.
Glen Iris
Glen Iris presents a mixed residential lifestyle where dining and cafés, parks and open space, everyday shopping and services and train, tram and bus and road access share prominence, with Chadstone Shopping Centre among the area's notable open spaces. The suburb supports practical day-to-day routines without leaning heavily on a single amenity type or evening economy.
Hawthorn East
Hawthorn East is shaped by its concentration of cafés, restaurants and evening venues, with food and drink forming a noticeable part of everyday life rather than a background convenience. Parks, trails and open space provide balance within the suburb, while train, tram and bus and road connections and everyday shopping support practical access across the area.
School comparison
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Glen Iris
St Roch'S School
Catholic
5 Glenvale Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
St Cecilia'S School
Catholic
4 Van Ness Ave, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Sacre Coeur
Catholic
172 Burke Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Camberwell South Primary School
Government
4 Peate Ave, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Korowa Anglican Girls' School
Independent
10-16 Ranfurlie Cres, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Glen Iris Primary School
Government
170 Glen Iris Rd, Glen Iris VIC 3146, Australia
Hawthorn East
Auburn South Primary School
Government
419 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
Auburn High School
Government
26 Burgess St, Hawthorn East VIC 3122, Australia
Seda College (victoria)
Independent
357 Camberwell Rd, Camberwell VIC 3124, Australia
Auburn Primary School
Government
Auburn Primary School, 51 Rathmines Rd, Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
Alia College
Independent
405 Tooronga Rd, Hawthorn East VIC 3123, Australia
Transport comparison
Compare train, tram, bus and road connections available across Glen Iris and Hawthorn East.
Both Glen Iris and Hawthorn East provide excellent public transport, but they cater to different commuting needs. Glen Iris is served by Glen Iris and Gardiner stations on the Glen Waverley lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Malvern Road — terminates in Glen Iris (Moreland corridor via CBD fringe). Hawthorn East is served by Auburn and Camberwell stations on the Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein lines, alongside multiple tram routes along Riversdale Road. While both suburbs are well connected, Glen Iris and Hawthorn East offer broad rail and tram coverage across Melbourne's eastern suburbs, so buyers should weigh station access against their regular commute.
| Feature | Glen Iris | Hawthorn East |
|---|---|---|
| Closest station | Glen Iris | Auburn |
| Train lines | Glen Waverley | Lilydale, Belgrave and Alamein |
| Major trams | 6, 72 | 70, 75 |
| Bus routes | Yes | Yes |
Comparison verdict
A final comparison based on the available property, lifestyle, school and transport information.
Glen Iris may suit buyers prioritising a lower median entry price, while Hawthorn East sits at a higher headline house median on the latest snapshot. Both suburbs may suit buyers comparing apartment-oriented housing on the latest sales mix. Glen Iris lists 6 nearby schools compared with 5 in Hawthorn East under the same search rules. Transport pages for Glen Iris and Hawthorn East cover train, tram and bus and road connections. The better fit depends on buyer priorities, so compare individual properties, school requirements, transport routes and current listings for Glen Iris and Hawthorn East.
Current properties for sale
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